Apple 'Arkansas Black'

Plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Arkansas Black is generally regarded as a hardy plant, so this plant will survive close to or on freezing temperatures. Arkansas Black needs a soil ph of 5.5 to 6.5 (weakly acidic soil).

Arkansas Black is hardy, so ensure you wait until all danger of frost has passed in your area before considering planting outside.

This variety tends to mature and be ready for harvest in early autumn.

Said to have been grown by a settler named John Crawford in 1840s Arkansas. This fruit stores well but will go nearly black in storage.¹

Winesap may be a parent.¹

¹ Orange Pippin